This is a Processional Cross
This Processional Cross is silver and is decorated on both sides with silver-guilt medallions. On the front of the cross there is a little picture of Christ and Mary along with Paul are at his sides. These crosses were carried by the clergy in imperial ceremonies. They were also carried at military campaigns and liturgical processions. The crosses were presented to churches as gifts for healing of their sins. The center is made out of iron and it is sheathed in eight different arms of silver. Source: http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/Byzantium/byzim_6.html
Current Event:
The White House is trying to push a message of religious tolerance ahead of the congressional hearing on Islamic radicalism. It has sparked protests on grounds, and it unfairly singles out Muslims as potential terrorists. The President sent his deputy national security adviser to a Washington-area mosque known for its cooperation with the FBI. It is also known for its rejection of the al-Qaida brand of Islam.
This Processional Cross is silver and is decorated on both sides with silver-guilt medallions. On the front of the cross there is a little picture of Christ and Mary along with Paul are at his sides. These crosses were carried by the clergy in imperial ceremonies. They were also carried at military campaigns and liturgical processions. The crosses were presented to churches as gifts for healing of their sins. The center is made out of iron and it is sheathed in eight different arms of silver.
Source:
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/Byzantium/byzim_6.html
Current Event:
The White House is trying to push a message of religious tolerance ahead of the congressional hearing on Islamic radicalism. It has sparked protests on grounds, and it unfairly singles out Muslims as potential terrorists. The President sent his deputy national security adviser to a Washington-area mosque known for its cooperation with the FBI. It is also known for its rejection of the al-Qaida brand of Islam.
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